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Is Sodium Butylparaben vegetarian?

Sodium Butylparaben

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Sodium Butylparaben is the sodium salt of butylparaben, a synthetic ester used as a preservative in cosmetic products.

Also known as Sodium Butyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate
INCI name Sodium Butylparaben
CAS number 36457-20-2
EC number 253-049-7
CosIng ID 37746
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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